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Pogo, Alabama
Pogo, Alabama is located in Alabama
Pogo, Alabama
Pogo, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Pogo, Alabama is located in the United States
Pogo, Alabama
Pogo, Alabama
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Alabama
County Franklin
Elevation
528 ft (161 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s) 256

Pogo is a small, quiet place located in Franklin County, Alabama, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government like a city or town. Instead, services like roads and police are usually managed by the county.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. This means it doesn't have its own mayor or city council. The people living there are part of the larger county government.

How Unincorporated Communities Work

  • Local Services: Things like fire protection, schools, and road maintenance are often handled by the county government.
  • Rules and Laws: The laws that apply are usually county-wide or state-wide laws.
  • Community Feel: These places often have a close-knit community feel, similar to small towns.

Where is Pogo Located?

Pogo is found in the northwestern part of Alabama. It's very close to the border with the state of Mississippi. This location means it shares some characteristics with both states.

Pogo's Elevation

Pogo sits at an elevation of about 528 feet (around 161 meters) above sea level. This means it's located on slightly higher ground compared to some surrounding areas.

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